Rhea Valley Elementary

As the new Superintendent, I couldn’t be more pleased to inherit, and expand great relationships with local law enforcement! Thanks to WC Sheriff’s Office, VA State Police, & the Town Police Departments of Abingdon, Glade Spring, & Damascus for keeping our students & staff safe!

Here is the link for a one-page version of our Rhea Valley Supply List. https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/3765/Rhea/3263098/2023-2024_Supply_List.pdf You may also visit our website and choose Explore-Documents and find it there.

Here is Rhea Valley Elementary's School Supply List for this upcoming school year!

Okay Washington County Teachers, it's almost time to get your PD on! Looking forward to seeing everyone tomorrow!!! #WCPSBest

Don't forget, the deadline for applying for the Region 7 Virtual Academy is fast approaching. If you are considering applying, it must be completed by July 1. Emails about acceptance will go out before July 15th. You can apply at this link: https://forms.gle/eChbsiE8MV2NDhzRA

Thank you to Dairy Queen at Exit 19 for providing a sweet summer treat for our Summer School students.

Our summer school students had a blast at the Hands On Discovery Center! Exploring, learning, and having fun together!

S. Vanhook and A. Blevins from the Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center made a visit to Rhea Valley Elementary School on Tuesday. The students greatly enjoyed the Code-n-Go activity that they did with them.

A group of our summer school students harnessed the power of the sun and made the tastiest s'mores ever with their own solar ovens!

WCPS is excited to announce the creation of a new Mobile STEM Learning Lab! For more information, read about it it here: https://www.wcs.k12.va.us/article/1150710 #WCPSBest

Great News! WCPS is proud to introduce TECHTREK our Mobile Stem Learning Lab! More information about this exciting information can be found here: https://thrillshare.com/s/news-wcps-washingtoncountypsva/articles/coming-soon-to-a-wcps-school-near-you-mobile-stem-lab #WCPSBest

Great News! WCPS is proud to introduce TECHTREK our Mobile Stem Learning Lab! More information about this exciting information can be found here:https://thrillshare.com/s/news-wcps-washingtoncountypsva/articles/coming-soon-to-a-wcps-school-near-you-mobile-stem-lab #WCPSBest

Exciting summer school project alert! A group of our summer school students harnessed the power of the sun and made the tastiest s'mores ever with their own solar ovens!

We were thrilled to announce... that Officer Ramirez, amazing bike patrol officer from the Washington County Sheriff's Office, visited our school to share his insights and experiences! He spoke about the unique role of bike patrol officers in keeping our neighborhoods safe. It was an incredible opportunity for our students to learn from a real-life hero and gain a deeper understanding of law enforcement and community engagement. Our visit was informative, engaging, and inspiring for all! A very special thank you to our School Resource Officer, A. Debusk, for helping to coordinate the K9 Unit and Bike Patrols visits.

Mr. Dale, the dedicated Student Support Coordinator for Communities in Schools, recently collaborated with our summer school students for a time filled with creativity and friendly competition. With the goal of combining fun and learning, Mr. Dale led the students in an exciting Lego car-building activity. Assembling bricks and gears, our students used their imaginations and engineering skills to construct unique vehicles that were bound to impress. After putting the finishing touches on their creations, the students were ready to put their engineering to the test by racing them on the track. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Mr. Dale for his dedication and the incredible experience he provided for our summer school students. Together, they built memories and raced towards a brighter future, one Lego car at a time.

Today our students read about the American Flag and created crafts for Flag Day.

The Washington County Public Library made a special visit to our school and it was an absolute blast! They brought along captivating songs, enchanting stories, and the best part? Each and every student got a FREE book to take home! Thank you for your visit.

We had an awesome visit from the Washington County Sheriff's Office and their incredible K9 Unit! Our students were very excited as we got to meet these talented four-legged officers and learn all about their important roles in keeping our community safe. From demonstrations showcasing their impressive skills to engaging presentations about the K9 training process, it was an unforgettable learning experience for everyone involved. We want to express our gratitude to the Washington County Sheriff's Office for taking the time to visit our school and share valuable insights about their K9 Unit. It's inspiring to witness the dedication and teamwork between these officers and their canine partners.

We are thrilled to announce that the Holston Soil and Water Conservation Office joined our school for an amazing morning of learning and discovery! Kindergarten and first-grade students embarked on an adventure into the fascinating world of animal needs! 🐆🌳 A. Root from the Conservation Office visited our classrooms and taught us all about the different requirements that animals have to survive and thrive in their habitats. From food and water to shelter and protection, we explored it all! We became animal experts together! Our other students dove into the wonders of our local watershed! 🏞️💧 Our special guest from the Holston Soil and Water Conservation Office guided us through an engaging activity that explored the importance of watersheds and how they impact our environment. We learned about the how pollution from our area ends up in our watershed. The students discussed ways to decrease this pollution and to help our area. We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to A. Root of the Holston Soil and Water Conservation Office for her dedication to educating our community about the environment and fostering a sense of responsibility towards nature. Our young minds had a blast while gaining knowledge that will empower us to become stewards of our planet! 🌍 We're grateful for the incredible opportunity to learn about animal needs and watersheds, as it will leave a lasting impact on our understanding of the natural world.

PLANTING ACTIVITY: 🌱👩‍🌾 RVES Summer School students were able to get their hands dirty and unleash their inner gardener! The Farm Bureau Women's committee prepared an exciting planting activity where our students had the opportunity to sow their very own seeds and nurture them into thriving plants. The committee also provided an ice cream treat for the students to help celebrate National Dairy Month. We would like to thank them for this wonderful outreach program.